Henrico County Police Animal Shelter

11/26/2024

Meet Lester!

He’s such a fun age – he’s all grown up, but has plenty of energy for a nice walk, a game of fetch, or playtime with other pups! Lester has done really well interacting with other dogs, although he comes in a bit hot on-leash; he actually does better with off-leash meets. But once he’s introduced to a new friend, he is ready to play, play, play! Lester is pint-sized and has already learned “sit,” “shake,” and is currently working on “lay.” Come meet smarty-pants Lester and have new adventure every day!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Lester, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

11/25/2024

Thank you Ring Dog Rescue and Clementine's Dog Bakery for spoiling our dogs - they loved their special Thanksgiving meals, complete with a doggy dessert! Now they're feeling full and need belly rubs for their post-turkey naps.

If you are interested in meeting any of our animals available for adoption, please call us at 804-727-8807 on Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. to make an appointment.

You can learn more about our pets and shelter here: https://henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/

11/22/2024

Meet Tobey!

What a hunk! Tobey is an easy-to-handle meatball of a boy! He knows “sit,” takes treats gently, and has done well with dogs he’s met so far. Tobey is an all-around good boy. Looking for a sweetie? Tobey could be your guy!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Tobey, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

11/21/2024

We are so excited to share some of the animals you'll meet at our upcoming Pet Adoption | Fixing to go Home for the Holidays event!

A big part of what slows down an animal being adopted is making sure that they are "fixed" (spayed/neutered), and up to date on all their vaccines. We are partnering with Furbish Thrift and the Henrico Humane Society to get all of our animals adoption-ready for our event so that they have a chance to find their forever families in time for the holidays!

Thanks to the incredible generosity of the William A. Harrison Jr. Foundation, all dogs and cats at our shelter will be fixed and vaccinated. Adoption fees will be waived during this event as well.

To see all of our animals available for adoption and to learn more about our shelter: https://henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/

If a pet steals your heart online and you just can't wait to meet them at our event, please call our shelter at 804-727-8807 on Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. to schedule an appointment.

11/20/2024

Meet Harriot!

She’s a curious girl who is ready for her next big adventure: finding a place to call home! Though Harriot isn’t a kitten anymore, she’s young, so she's hoping to meet someone who loves chasing toys as much as she does. If your family is looking for a sweet and striped cat, Harriot could be the purr-fect match.

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Harriot, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

11/15/2024

Meet Hazel!

She’s the happiest girl! Hazel is a big sweetie who has never met a stranger. She loves affection and spending time with people; she doesn’t care what the plan is as long as she gets to be there with you. Hazel is already spayed and her vaccinations are up to date, so she’s ready to find her fur-ever home now!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Hazel, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

11/13/2024

It's alumni time!

Lilah - formally known as Cherry - was adopted by her family from our shelter in August, and it looks like she's made herself at home! Lilah lives right here in the county she was adopted from, and her mom, Natalie, says that Lilah is living her best best life.

We love seeing pet updates on the adopted animals, so please feel free to comment or message us updates on your pet!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) any of our animals, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

To learn more about the shelter and see all the animals available for adoption, you can visit: henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/

11/12/2024

Meet Craig!

He’s looking for someone who can keep up with his incredibly demanding schedule; a never-ending mix of sleeping, eating, and playing. Craig is not a kitten but he is still young, so he would love a buddy who can get him toys to pounce on or chase. His only other request is a fuzzy blanket that he can cuddle up in. He’s the purr-fect addition to your family!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Craig, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

11/08/2024

Meet Elklynn!

Elklynn is learning many dog skills during her mini in-shelter training sessions – she’s a happy student! Like many dogs, she looks to her person for guidance and bonds quickly. Elklynn has done well with the dogs she has met and really enjoys playtime! She would do best with a structured home who enjoys getting outdoors and likes a good hike. She’s also already spayed and is up to date on her shots. Looking for an adventure buddy? Elklynn is your girl!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Elklynn, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

11/08/2024

Each year, the The Humane Society of the United States celebrates National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week during the first full week of November as a way to honor animal shelters and the dedicated people who work to protect animals. THANKS to all of our staff at the Henrico County Animal Shelter for your hard work and commitment to animal welfare!

11/07/2024

As part of National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week, some of our Animal Protection Officers put on a car wash for the shelter staff yesterday!

We are incredibly grateful to be on the same team to care for the animals in our community. ❤

11/06/2024

Happy National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week! ❤️

There are so many ways that you can support local shelters:
- donate supplies or funds
- share social media posts about pet adoptions
- spay and neuter your pets
- volunteer
- foster
- adopt

Thank you to all the people and organizations who work every day to help the animals in our community!

Grateful for all of the heroes who care for animals waiting for their forever homes. Thank you to all shelters, rescue organizations, and fosters for their tireless work saving lives. Show your appreciation for shelter animals and their caregivers by sharing this post and spreading awareness. Help us make a difference!

11/05/2024

Meet Winston!

He’s the definition of a gentle giant. We don’t fully know what Winston’s life was like before coming to our shelter, but we know that he is shy and incredibly sweet. He deserves a home where he can enjoy the simple things in life with his new family. Winston is up to date on his vaccinations and is ready for someone to spoil him!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Winston, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

11/01/2024

Meet Ribbon!

He’s a beautifully brindled guy who wants to be your velcro dog! Ribbon is extremely gentle; he’ll roll over on his back for belly rubs and rest his face in your hands as long as you’re willing to hold him. Ribbon is up to date on his shots and Furbish Thrift is sponsoring his neuter surgery – he’s ready to find his fur-ever family!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Ribbon, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween! 🎃

Is your witch's coven or werewolf pack missing a member? You could meet your spooky best friend here! Call 804-727-8807 on Monday-Saturday during 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. to make an appointment today.

To see all of our animals available for adoption and learn more about our shelter: https://henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/

10/29/2024

Happy National Cat Day – meet Craig!

He’s a black and white tuxedo cat, so Craig is always ready for a fancy night! Whether you set up a night of cozying up on the couch or a laser-pointer party, he’ll be right there with you. If your family has been missing a fuzzy buddy dressed to the nine’s, meet Craig to see if he’s a match!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Craig, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾